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The rundown
Gov. Youngkin vetoed several pieces of gun legislation this week — one of those bills would have banned the future purchase and manufacturing of assault weapons. He also signed two gun-related bills into law that Richmond-area Democrats sponsored.
Lawmakers passed bills during the 2024 General Assembly session that impact the press, including online public notices, FOIA costs and government transparency.
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Youngkin vetoes assault weapons ban
Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed several pieces of gun legislation this week — one of those bills would have banned the future purchase and manufacturing of assault weapons.
